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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LR59 VUBMOT history

LR59 VUB is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 29 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 158,508 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LR59 VUB blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
158,508 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 VUB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 VUB was last recorded at 158,508 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 4,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,715 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,793 miles
Average per year
9,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,508 miles
  • 2025 – 153,715 miles
  • 2023 – 118,081 miles
  • 2022 – 111,593 miles
  • 2021 – 103,737 miles
  • 2020 – 100,148 miles
  • 2019 – 92,715 miles
  • 2018 – 81,765 miles
  • 2017 – 73,803 miles
  • 2016 – 64,958 miles
  • 2015 – 53,156 miles
  • 2014 – 42,646 miles
  • 2013 – 34,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,508 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,508 miles (+4,793)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    158,508 miles
    Test number
    414265733939
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass153,715 miles (+35,634)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    153,715 miles
    Test number
    437474610190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass118,081 miles (+6,488)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,081 miles
    Test number
    902652093956
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen (1.1.11 (c)) Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted to the car .
  4. Pass111,593 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,593 miles
    Test number
    606141268086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail111,593 miles (+7,856)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,593 miles
    Test number
    919103656280
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass103,737 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    103,737 miles
    Test number
    711871245792
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  7. Fail103,725 miles (+3,577)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,725 miles
    Test number
    202696420821
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 91H Goodyear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative Missing (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Pass100,148 miles (+7,433)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    100,148 miles
    Test number
    217768871205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,715 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,715 miles
    Test number
    325055557320
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail92,715 miles (+10,950)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,715 miles
    Test number
    689113522704
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass81,765 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    81,765 miles
    Test number
    556579497502
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' multiple chips (8.3.1a)
  12. Fail81,765 miles (+7,962)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,765 miles
    Test number
    782364591982
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' multiple chips (8.3.1a)
  13. Pass73,803 miles (+8,845)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    173946360212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,958 miles (+11,802)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    270454726874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,156 miles (+10,510)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,156 miles
    Test number
    878785435047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,646 miles (+8,195)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    42,646 miles
    Test number
    539085414010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    34,451 miles
    Test number
    739087913036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,451 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,451 miles
    Test number
    779927913091
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LR59 VUB

Does LR59 VUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 VUB is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 VUB?
The MOT on LR59 VUB is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 VUB done?
LR59 VUB was recorded at 158,508 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 9,274 miles a year.
Has LR59 VUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 VUB has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR59 VUB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR59 VUB find?
LR59 VUB passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 4 more.

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